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    GlossaryFollicular Plugging

    blockage of hair follicles by sebum, keratin, and dead cells

    Follicular plugging refers to the blockage of hair follicles by a combination of sebum, keratin, and dead skin cells. This condition can lead to inflammation and is often associated with skin disorders like acne and certain types of alopecia, such as lichen planopilaris.

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